Staff Accountant (Hybrid | Freedom Reads)

Nonprofit HR • Hamden, CT

12d • $55,000 - $62,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant plays a vital role on Freedom Reads’ Finance team, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our day-to-day financial operations. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a mission-driven, fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting nonprofit financial stewardship. The Staff Accountant will handle accounts payable and receivable, payroll support, credit card reconciliations, and month-end close tasks, working collaboratively with internal staff and contributing to the financial health of the organization.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting (Bachelor’s in progress preferred) and at least 2 years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance setting.
• Direct experience using QuickBooks, Bill.com, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and Expensify.
• Flexibility, curiosity, and a willingness to develop new skills as our organization evolves.
• A strong commitment to accuracy and integrity when posting transactions and stewarding organizational resources.
• Strong prioritization skills to balance multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and respond thoughtfully to staff questions and needs.
• Clear, respectful communication and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Consistent follow-through, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage tasks efficiently in a dynamic environment.
• Comfort identifying and resolving day-to-day issues with a resourceful, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Deep commitment to Freedom Reads’ mission, values, and principles, and a desire to contribute to meaningful impact.

Nice To Haves

• Prior payroll processing experience is a plus; we’re happy to train a mission-aligned candidate who is eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain daily financial transactions to ensure accurate and timely accounting.
• Process accounts payable through Bill.com and manage accounts receivable, including invoicing and deposits.
• Support credit card expense management by coding and reconciling transactions in Expensify.
• Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing and related administrative tasks.
• Contribute to monthly close activities, including reconciliations and preparing documentation for financial reporting.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records in line with nonprofit accounting best practices.
• Collaborate with staff across the organization to ensure proper coding, documentation, and financial understanding.
• Uphold Freedom Reads’ mission and values in all financial operations and interactions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees